Pharmacist Clinical- Pharmacy

Tampa General Hospital; Crystal River (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare facility in Crystal River, Florida, is seeking a Pharmacist to provide high-quality pharmaceutical care to patients. The role includes managing medication therapy, engaging in pharmacotherapy consults, and contributing to staff education. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy and have at least one year of hospital pharmacy experience. This position emphasizes regulatory compliance and collaborative medication management within a patient-centered care approach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy is required.
• One year of hospital pharmacy experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and provide high-quality, patient-specific pharmaceutical care.
• Engage in pharmacotherapy consults and optimize therapeutic regimens.
• Contribute to the education of pharmacy staff on drug therapies.

Skills

Pharmaceutical care

Medication therapy management

Patient-specific assessments

Compliance with regulations

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy

Job description

Job Overview

To actively coordinate, on a day-to-day basis, the provision of high quality, comprehensive pharmaceutical care to the patients in compliance with federal and state legal/regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards. Participates in Pharmacotherapy Consult service, staff development and education, and targeted drug programs. Assesses the age- specific needs of patients served while monitoring patient medication use and processing medication orders. The Pharmacist is responsible for the final check of all ordered medications including patient specific medications, storage cabinet stock/restock, and nonsterile and sterile compounded medications. Able to perform all of the duties of a registered Pharmacist. Responsible for performing job duties in accordance with the mission, vision and values of Tampa General Hospital

Essential Functions

• Actively manage and provide high-quality, patient-specific pharmaceutical care, ensuring compliance with all applicable federal, state, and accreditation regulations.
• Engage in pharmacotherapy consults, offering expertise in medication therapy management, optimizing therapeutic regimens, and addressing medication-related concerns.
• Contribute to the development and education of pharmacy staff, enhancing their knowledge on current drug therapies, policies, and clinical practices to improve patient care.
• Regularly assess patient medication use, reviewing orders and clinical data to ensure appropriate treatment, dosing, and safety for diverse patient populations.
• Accurately process medication orders, including verifying correct dosages, patient specifics, and drug interactions, and addressing any discrepancies or concerns.
• Perform the final check of all medications to ensure accuracy in patient-specific orders, including proper storage, restocking, and ensuring the safety of sterile and nonsterile compounded medications.
• Assess and address the age-specific needs of patients, ensuring medication therapies are appropriate and adjusted for pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations.
• Ensure all pharmaceutical practices are in full compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations, including adherence to accreditation standards and professional guidelines.
• Work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers to ensure effective medication management, providing recommendations and clarifications as needed to optimize patient outcomes.
• Execute all responsibilities in accordance with Tampa General Hospital’s mission, vision, and values, fostering a culture of patient-centered care, safety, and ethical practice.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree Pharmacy

Work Experience

• One year hospital pharmacy experience required